Brazil - Culture Smart!

Vast, vibrant, and wonderfully diverse, Brazil is many worlds in one. Whether you’re visiting for work or wanderlust, Culture Smart! Brazil helps you understand the people, their values, and the rhythms of everyday life—so you can connect with confidence and avoid common faux pas.

This compact guide explains customs, attitudes, and social norms, then gives practical tips for etiquette and communication at home, at work, and on the go. From greetings, dress, and dining to hierarchy, gift-giving, body language, and conversation cues, you’ll get clear, actionable advice that turns culture shock into cultural fluency.

What you’ll learn

• Core values & identity: diversity, regional differences, family, and festivity

• Daily etiquette: greetings, personal space, invitations, and table manners

• Communication style: warmth, small talk, indirect/direct cues, saving face

• Work & business: meetings, time, negotiation style, business cards, hosting

• Do’s & don’ts: sensitive topics, respectful gestures, easy wins for visitors

• Traveler tips: getting around, safety awareness, social scenes, celebrations

Perfect for

• First-time visitors, study-abroad students, expats, and business travelers

• Anyone who wants richer, more meaningful experiences with locals

Details

• Series: Culture Smart!

• Format: Compact, travel-friendly guide

• Topics: values, attitudes, customs, daily life, etiquette, communication

Arrive prepared, connect with ease, and make every interaction count.